Rear lift questions

[John TV]

I would like your input on the two different rear lifts available for the 149. I will be using it for mowing and some ground work. Thinking now,most likely a box scraper and maybe a land scape rake or similar. At this point I have none of the parts necessary for either the CC 3 point with Brindly type attachment or the Cat. zero three point hitch from Xtrem. Additionally, I do not yet have the implements other than the mower deck. I wish price was not a consideration but it always is. It seems that the Cub Brindly set up would be a little less expensive but only a few hundred dollars. Or, is the future unknown versatility of the cat zero 3 point worth the extra investment? What are your thoughts?

Appreciate your thoughts.
John in Mn

[finsruskw]

You had better factor some wheel weights and a set of AG tires into that equation while you are at it.
And maybe even some front weight of some kind.

[John TV]

Good points. The better equipped it can be the less likely I will be disappointed. I don’t expect this little tractor to move massive amounts of anything …but it’s likely the only motorized tool I will ever own to assist with such tasks.

The ground I am thinking of is fairly sandy ( Nothern Mn) and my initial rear weight thoughts were that I am a fairly large fellow but adding weight is likely a good idea. I was thinking about a front “rock box” to even things out a bit in the front. If I could find a reasonable suitcase weight set up, or similar, I will consider that too. Just put on new rear tires that are not ag. Think I will look for a second set of rear ag tires and possible liquid fill.

Have you used any ground engaging implements with a hydro CC?

John in Mn

[Merk]

[QUOTE=John TV
Have you used any ground engaging implements with a hydro CC?

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I used a moldboard plow, tiller, Brinly planter, homemade field cultivator, homemade carryall, IH 40 box blade.
I aslo have a Viking Landscaper, Cannon Earth Cavator and a Brinly harrow.
All the attachments are used on my manual and hydro IH Cub Cadets

[John TV]

Good to hear s as bout your extensive ground work.

Do you have any thoughts on which lift? CC or zero 3 point? Which lift do you have?

[finsruskw]

If you have a very sandy subsoil, then all bets are off as to what you may be able to accomplish with GE attachments.
There's not a whole lot of clearance under the rear axle once you get a hitch set up. Spin a wheel in dirt while plowing, cultivating or pulling a 2 gang disc and down Ya go!
Good luck!